The British And Foreign Bible Society
Also known as: Bible Society, Cymdeithas Y Beibl
We are working to make the Bible available and accessible worldwide and build people's confidence in it. We are an advocate for the Bible's place in our national life and we work closely with 146 other Bible Societies across the world to deliver our global ministry.
Activities & Mission
We are working to make the Bible available and accessible worldwide and build people's confidence in it. We are an advocate for the Bible's place in our national life and we work closely with 146 other Bible Societies across the world to deliver our global ministry.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 32% of UK Religion charities with income over £10M (sample: 183). How is this calculated?
Higher than 27% of UK Religion charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 22% of UK Religion charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £26,154,000 | £25,798,000 | £22,939,000 | £30,051,000 | £15,289,000 | 166 / 7413 |
| 2024 | £23,641,000 | £24,988,000 | £22,151,000 | £30,908,000 | £15,633,000 | 157 / 6901 |
| 2023 | £23,302,000 | £26,776,000 | £23,805,000 | £30,822,000 | £16,412,000 | 155 / 7623 |
| 2022 | £23,039,000 | £19,894,000 | £17,048,000 | £34,588,000 | £18,291,000 | 142 / 6168 |
| 2021 | £21,505,000 | £17,542,000 | £14,553,000 | £29,879,000 | £12,146,000 | 146 / 18054 |
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Frequently asked questions about The British And Foreign Bible Society
What does The British And Foreign Bible Society do?
We are working to make the Bible available and accessible worldwide and build people's confidence in it. We are an advocate for the Bible's place in our national life and we work closely with 146 other Bible Societies across the world to deliver our global ministry.
How much income did The British And Foreign Bible Society report in 2025?
The British And Foreign Bible Society reported total income of £26.15m and reported expenditure of £25.80m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The British And Foreign Bible Society?
The British And Foreign Bible Society has a program ratio of 87.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 32% of UK Religion charities with income over £10M (sample of 183 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The British And Foreign Bible Society registered as a charity?
The British And Foreign Bible Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 June 1964 as charity number 232759. It has been registered for 62 years.
Who runs The British And Foreign Bible Society?
The British And Foreign Bible Society is governed by a board of 14 trustees. The chair of trustees is Alan Eccles CBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The British And Foreign Bible Society operate?
The British And Foreign Bible Society operates across 154 areas, including Albania, Algeria, Angola and 151 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The British And Foreign Bible Society a registered charity?
Yes — The British And Foreign Bible Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 232759.
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- 14 May 2026
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